Copaifera religiosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Léonard
Source:
ildis
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles19: 398 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165239
Common Names
- Sacred Copaiba
- Copaiba Balsam
- Copaifera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Copaifera religiosa (also called Copaiba, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Central and South America. It has a dense, rounded crown and dark green, glossy leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas and secondary forests.
Uses & Benefits
Copaifera religiosa is used for its timber, as a shade tree, and for its medicinal properties. The timber is used for making furniture, and the bark is used to make medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Copaifera religiosa has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Copaifera religiosa is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seeds. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to ensure optimal growth. Pruning is also necessary to keep the tree in shape.
Where to Find Copaifera religiosa
Copaifera religiosa is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Copaifera religiosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Copaifera religiosa?
Copaifera religiosa
What is the common name of Copaifera religiosa?
Sacred copaiba
What is the natural habitat of Copaifera religiosa?
Tropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Copaifera genus
Copaifera baumiana, Copaifera mildbraedii, Copaifera officinalis, Copaifera religiosa, Copaifera salikounda, Copaifera aromatica, Copaifera bracteata, Copaifera brasiliensis, Copaifera canime, Copaifera depilis, Copaifera duckei, Copaifera elliptica, Copaifera epunctata, Copaifera glycycarpa, Copaifera guyanensis, Copaifera gynohirsuta, Copaifera laevis, Copaifera langsdorffii, Copaifera lucens, Copaifera luetzelburgii, Copaifera magnifolia, Copaifera majorina, Copaifera malmei, Copaifera marginata, Copaifera multijuga, Copaifera oblongifolia, Copaifera panamensis, Copaifera paupera, Copaifera piresii, Copaifera pubiflora, Copaifera reticulata, Copaifera rondonii, Copaifera trapezifolia, Copaifera venezuelana, Copaifera utilissima, Copaifera nana, Copaifera bulbotricha, Copaifera coriacea, Copaifera martii, Copaifera arenicola, Copaifera krukovii, Copaifera oblongifolia, Copaifera sabulicola, Copaifera camibar, Copaifera palustris, Copaifera guianensis,